Side Effects

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. bleeding gums
  3. blood in the urine or stools
  4. blurred vision
  5. decreased urine
  6. dizziness
  7. fever or chills
  8. headache
  9. increased thirst
  10. irregular heartbeat
  11. loss of appetite
  12. mood or mental changes
  13. muscle pain, cramps, spasms, or twitching
  14. nausea or vomiting
  15. nervousness
  16. numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
  17. pale skin
  18. pinpoint red spots on the skin
  19. pounding in the ears
  20. slow or fast heartbeat
  21. swelling of the hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs
  22. trembling
  23. trouble breathing
  24. unusual bleeding or bruising
  25. unusual tiredness or weakness

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

  1. Cough
  2. diarrhea
  3. difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
  4. rash
  5. small red or purple spots on the skin
  6. upper stomach pain

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.